Quality Engineering, Senior Specialist

interac; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and wellness days

Employer-paid benefits

RRSP program

Flexible hybrid work model

Employee assistance program

Parental leave top-up

Donation matching with United Way

Job summary

Interac is seeking a Quality Engineering, Senior Specialist to lead test planning, automation, and release readiness for Real Time Rail payment systems. You will collaborate with Product, Development, Operations, Security, and Release Management teams to identify risks and ensure high-quality deployments.

The role requires 3–4 years in QA/Testing, with experience in functional, integration, and non-functional testing, plus exposure to automation tools.

Qualifications

• 3 to 4 years of experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Engineering, Testing, or a related role.
• Experience with functional, integration, and non-functional testing methodologies.
• Exposure to test automation tools and modern software delivery practices.
• Ability to analyze issues, communicate effectively, and work collaboratively across technical and business teams.
• Experience supporting software releases or production deployments is considered an asset

Responsibilities

• Ensure high-quality, reliable releases through effective test planning, execution, quality engineering, and automation practices
• Design, develop, and maintain automated and manual testing approaches that support release readiness and product quality
• Execute functional, integration, and non-functional testing activities, ensuring issues are identified, tracked, and resolved prior to release
• Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT), review test results, and provide recommendations on release readiness
• Collaborate with Product, Development, Operations, Security, and Release Management teams to identify risks and support successful production deployments
• Contribute to quality metrics, release reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance delivery effectiveness

Skills

Quality Assurance

Test automation exposure

Cross-functional collaboration

Release support experience

Job description

Who We Are:

Every transaction matters. Every Canadian matters. At Interac, we protect both - driving trust, security, and inclusion, so our digital economy thrives. Founded in 1984, Interac connects Canadians through secure digital payments, advanced identity verification and industry-leading fraud protection. Connecting banks, businesses, and individuals, Interac enables millions to send, receive, and manage money safely and effortlessly every day - across both digital and physical environments. As the backbone of Canada's financial ecosystem, Interac facilitates over 20 million transactions daily, supported by trusted partnerships with government and financial institutions. Consistently ranked as Canada's most reputable financial technology brand, Interac is deeply embedded in the daily lives of Canadians.

Who You Will Work With:

The vacant Quality Engineering, Senior Specialist role will report to Leader Process and Operational Excellence as part of a team providing operational oversight for the Real Time Rail payments systems.

What You Will Do:

• Ensure high-quality, reliable releases through effective test planning, execution, quality engineering, and automation practices
• Design, develop, and maintain automated and manual testing approaches that support release readiness and product quality
• Execute functional, integration, and non-functional testing activities, ensuring issues are identified, tracked, and resolved prior to release
• Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT), review test results, and provide recommendations on release readiness
• Collaborate with Product, Development, Operations, Security, and Release Management teams to identify risks and support successful production deployments
• Contribute to quality metrics, release reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance delivery effectiveness

What You Bring:

• 3 to 4 years of experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Engineering, Testing, or a related role
• Experience with functional, integration, and non-functional testing methodologies
• Exposure to test automation tools and modern software delivery practices
• Ability to analyze issues, communicate effectively, and work collaboratively across technical and business teams
• Experience supporting software releases or production deployments is considered an asset
• Eligibility to work for Interac Corp. in Canada in a full-time capacity

What We're Offering:

The hiring range for this position is $90,000 - $105,000, and you will also be eligible for our short-term incentive plan. The exact amount will depend on factors such as skills, experience, and job-related knowledge, but Interac's commitment goes beyond compensation. Our Total Rewards package is designed to support your well-being and future, and includes:

• Generous vacation and wellness days to help you recharge
• Comprehensive employer-paid benefits coverage for peace of mind
• Market-leading employer-funded RRSP program to invest in your future
• Flexible hybrid work model for better work-life balance
• Access to a free and confidential 24/7 employee & family assistance program to offer support for you and your immediate family
• Pregnancy and parental leave top-up to support growing families
• Charitable donation matching with United Way to amplify your impact

Why Join Us?

• Investing in the Future - Help us unlock digital prosperity for all Canadians.
• Innovative Thinking - Collaborate on products, practices, and platforms that redefine what's possible.
• Inclusive Culture - Be empowered to bring your whole self to work and realize your full potential.
• Inspiring Community - Work in an ecosystem where we lift each other up and rise together.
• Intentional Support - Enjoy flexible, supportive offerings that prioritize your total wellness.

Additional Pre-Employment Requirements:

To ensure the integrity of our organization, successful candidates will be required to complete background checks, which may include, Canadian Criminal Credit Check, Canadian ID Cross-Check, Public Safety Verification, 5-year Employment Verification, Education Verification, Credit Check, and Social Media Check.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Interac is also an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that innovation thrives when people from different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives come together. That's why we are committed to providing fair and equitable employment opportunities for all individuals, without discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, ethnic origin, place of origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital or family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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